Coupa announced that Susan Tohyama has been named Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Susan will support all aspects of human resources and people strategy, including team engagement, talent development, recruiting, DEI, compensation, and benefits. She will join the company on Jan, 3, 2024.

Tohyama has more than 20 years of HR leadership experience designing and driving global people and culture strategies. Prior to Coupa, she was CHRO at Ceridian, and held leadership roles at global brands, including Vice Media, Starbucks, the NBA, and Disney. She has built a reputation as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner who champions a people-centric culture built on diversity, equality, and opportunity.

She is most passionate about building collaborative, innovative organizations that are rewarding places to work.